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Trains from Gloucester to Colchester Town (CET)

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19

train journeys
per day

134

miles (215 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Gloucester to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Gloucester and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gloucester to Colchester Town is approximately 134 miles (215 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Gloucester and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gloucester to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Gloucester to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:11
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    08:48
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:10
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:05
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:14
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:13
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:14
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:13
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:13
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:14
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:13
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:13
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:40
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:14
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    21:03
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:14
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    21:47
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:17
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    23:03
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:18
    9 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:28
    9 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:18
    9 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    08:51
    Gloucester
    Colchester Town
    Gloucester to Colchester Town

About Gloucester Station

Station name Gloucester (GCR)
Address Gloucester station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gloucester and Colchester Town

The travel time between Gloucester and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gloucester and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

First class tickets on trains between Gloucester and Colchester Town typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Gloucester and Colchester Town can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gloucester & Colchester Town. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Gloucester and Colchester Town.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Gloucester and Colchester Town, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.